Introduction to Economics
Introduction to Economics
Thursday 9 Jan 2025In partnership with Discover Economics and the Warwick Economics Summit, we are delighted to invite you to a free, interactive event for 16-18 year old students, parents and teachers.
Date: Monday 20 January 2025
Time: 17:15 - 18:30 (UK time)
Location: Online (MS Teams)
This Introduction to Economics event aims to provide 16-18 year old students, parents and their teachers with an exciting opportunity to discover more about economics as a subject and experience an interactive taster lecture delivered by the Department of Economics. There will also be the chance to hear from an economics alumni about the wide-ranging work they do and the possible career opportunities open to economists.
*Attendees of this event will also be eligible to attend the Warwick Economic Summit for FREE on 24-26 January 2025. If you are interested, please opt-in to receiving a free ticket when registering for this event.
Programme
| Time | Programme |
| 17:15 - 17:20 | Welcome and introduction from Professor Robin Naylor, Widening Participation Academic Lead. |
| 17:20 - 17:35 | Studying economics at university session with Discover Economics |
| 17:35 - 17:50 |
Academic taster session with Dr Mahnaz Nazneen, Associate Professor, Department of Economics |
| 17:50 - 18:10 | Interactive session with Warwick alumnus Samin Islam (BSc Economics 2024), Finance Trainee at NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme, hosted by Warwick Economics Summit. |
| 18:10 - 18:25 | Q&A. |
| 18:25 - 18:30 | Close and Feedback. |
Register Now
Registration for this event is mandatory and will close on Friday 17 January at midday. After registering, you will receive an email containing final details, including the MS Teams link, as well as a reminder on the day.
If you have any queries about this event, please email economics.admissions@warwick.ac.uk.
Please note that this event is being recorded so that we can provide you with access to the recording if you are unable to attend.
Please note: recording will be taking place at this event, which may be used for marketing purposes (e.g. promotional materials). By registering your attendance at this event, you are giving consent to be recorded. If you do not wish to be recorded, please withdraw your consent via email to maxine.thacker@warwick.ac.uk.